District Profile

Jamalpur

Jamalpur is a river district of Mymensingh Division known for floodplain agriculture, Jamuna-linked landscapes, and a strong rural-commercial economy. Jamalpur town is the district headquarters and the main administrative center.

Current Weather

Mainly clear

Temperature26.5°C
Wind Speed8.8 km/h
Updated02:30

Prayer Times

Fajr04:24
Sunrise05:31
Dhuhr12:05
Asr15:33
Maghrib18:38
Isha19:45

Overview

Jamalpur is a river district of Mymensingh Division known for floodplain agriculture, Jamuna-linked landscapes, and a strong rural-commercial economy. Jamalpur town is the district headquarters and the main administrative center.

History & Background

Jamalpur emerged from the larger Mymensingh region and developed through river routes, agriculture, and regional trade. It later became a separate district with strong transport significance.

Geographic Overview

Location: north-central Bangladesh along the Jamuna floodplain. River erosion, chars, and fertile agricultural land shape the district environment.

Administrative Structure

Headquarters: Jamalpur

Subdivisions: 7 upazilas

Current upazilas in this database are linked separately through the upazilas table.

Demographics

Jamalpur is predominantly Bengali-speaking and majority Muslim, with Hindu, Garo, and other minority communities also present in parts of the district.

Education & Institutions

The district has schools, colleges, madrasas, and local institutions serving floodplain and market-town communities.

Economy & Culture

Economy and culture: agriculture, river trade, local markets, transport, and folk traditions shape Jamalpur.